Ribbon mics can enhance the natural sound of wind and brass instruments
Problem: overly bright or unnatural instrument recordings
Ribbon mics are preferred by many wind and brass players because they provide a darker, more natural representation of the instrument. This is due to the ribbon's ability to capture the sound as if it's coming from…
Layer brass and horn sounds with the main melody
Problem: thin or flat melody
Layering brass and horn sounds with the main melody adds depth and richness to the track. In this tutorial, the producer layers a brass sound with the main melody to create a more complex and engaging sound. This…
Use brass samples for gnarly, textural effects
Problem: lack of unique textural elements
Brass samples can add a 'wow' factor to drum and bass tracks when processed with distortion and reverb. This technique creates a unique, aggressive texture that complements the genre's intensity without overwhelming the…
Use three saw oscillators with layered octaves for a brassy chorus sound
Problem: thin or one-dimensional brass sounds
Layering two lower-register saw oscillators with one higher-register saw creates a rich, 80s-style brass chorus texture. The lower oscillators provide depth while the higher one adds brightness. Adjusting the cutoff on…
Leverage built-in chorus for vintage synth brass tones
Problem: thin or digital-sounding brass patches
The 'bright octaves synth brass' preset demonstrates how Serum 2's internal chorus effect can create a warm, vintage synth brass sound without needing external plugins. This is particularly useful for Synthwave tracks…